Milder winters and rainy springs help the parasites thrive in the U.S., and emergency-room visits for bites are up.

“If you’re out all day long, try to do a quick check for ticks every few hours,” said Bobbi Pritt at the Mayo Clinic. “When ...

CDC reports record-breaking emergency room visits for tick bites, with children and elderly most affected. Learn prevention ...

When home do a tick check, search around your knees, underarms, behind your ears, and your crotch. Also, check your pets if ...

L.L. Bean has a whole line of insect-repellent clothing, and brands like Shoo For Good, Craghoppers, and Insect Shield all offer permethrin-treated pieces. Permethrin-infused accessories like tick ...

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Since 2016, the Virginia Department of Health has confirmed 17 cases in the commonwealth, according to the study published in ...

So far in 2025, more than 31% of the ticks tested in New York were positive for at least one pathogen, according to the ...

Everyone has their way of avoiding them. Whether it’s bug spray, or wearing long sleeves and pants, precautions are needed ...

The Department of Health offers an online dashboard showing where ticks are prevalent to help people plan outdoor activities.